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Family-Friendly Films and Activities This Weekend at Storyhouse
23rd & 24th March At Storyhouse, Chester Step off the page and onto the screen as Storyhouse shows film adapations of some of your favourite novels this weekend. Paddington 2 (PG) As part of this special weekend-long film event, children’s favourite fictional bear Paddington will come to life with a family-friendly screening of Paddington 2. […]
Kids & Families Easter Chocolate Workshops
A fun hour of chocolate creation: Open to children from aged 4 and their adult companions. -Brief introduction to chocolate -Make an Easter themed chocolate lollipop -Dip various ingredients into chocolate and decorate -Enjoy tasting various chocolate types and flavours -Wrap your products to take home Either come to a kids & families event or […]
Have your child photographed in daffodil fields and raise money for Macmillan
This April, Helen Rae Photography is joining forces again with a stunning daffodil farm near Northwich to help raise valuable funds for Macmillan Cancer Support, the UK’s leading source of cancer care. Exclusive spring mini portrait sessions will be held on 5th and 9th April at the picturesque Foxwist Green Farm in the heart of Cheshire in acres […]
Round Ponds Adventure – The best day ever
Head over to us for a really cool day out or birthday party, spend the day as a family, with friends or celebrating a special occasion at our exclusive booking venue. We offer a unique range of outdoor activities great for fun and confidence building. Based in Frodsham, Cheshire we have something for everyone. Choose […]
Easter school holiday treat! Cartoon Circus Live!
All the fun of the circus comes to the Wirral when the laughter-packed stage show “Cartoon Circus Live” combines the comedy of pantomime with the thrill of the circus. The 80 minute Easter holiday show will be appearing at West Kirby Westbourne Hall on Monday 1st April at 2pm, Heswall Hall on Tuesday 2nd April […]
Theatretrain Summer Holiday Workshops
Theatretrain’s Musical Theatre Summerschools return for the thirteenth year. The timetable for the Summerschool Workshop has been developed to offer a full programme of a variety of skills. It offers a fun filled five day programme that culminates in a performance for family and friends in a working theatre environment at Chester’s Forum Studio Theatre. […]
Spring Trail
From the creators of the Spooky Welly Walk comes an all new event this Easter Spring Trail is a children’s treasure trail hunt, designed to keep your little chicks entertained over the Easter period. Complete our obstacles, crack the clues and unscramble the mystery phrase on your puzzle page to earn your medal at the […]
British Science Week
8th – 17th March 2019 Nationwide British Science Week is a country-wide celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths with plenty of activities to inspire children and young people. Download activities packs designed to make it easy for parents and teachers to do fun experiments at home or in the classroom. Activities include creating time capsules, […]
Bing Live in Liverpool
Calling all Bingsters! Bing and his friends are coming to Liverpool’s Epstein Theatre in the first ever Bing stage show from Tuesday 19th – Wednesday 20th March! Join Bing, Sula, Coco and Panda as they learn how to tell stories by pretending, dressing-up and singing songs. Flop and Amma are there to help, but in […]
Chocolate Parties & Workshops for Children & Adults
Kelsall-based but parties and workshops held throughout Cheshire Having run Cheshire Pony Parties since 2008, Amanda now also offers Chocolate Parties and workshops for both children and adults. Her warmth and personal attention create relaxed, fun activities where you can bring out your creative side. Amanda offers: * Parties for children and adults * Mini […]
Pony Parties & Pony Fun in School Holidays
Based Kelsall, travel throughout Cheshire Whatever the reason for your visit to Cheshire Pony Parties you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome and receive personal attention. Not only does Amanda create unforgettable pony parties for children aged 2-9, her tiny, gentle ponies also provide wonderful hour long pony experiences and entertain children during the school […]
Disability Sport & Activity Programme
These disability sports sessions are a great opportunity for disabled children to get involved in sport and have an active lifestyle as well as being a great social opportunity. The aim of our Disability Sport & Activity Programme is to break down barriers and make it easier for anyone with a disability or additional needs, […]
Greenbank Sports Academy School Holiday Programme
The Greenbank Sports Academy School Holiday Programme is for disabled children, their friends and family aged 8 – 16. These multi activity days are designed to explore your child’s creativity and encourage them to be active with our wide range of sport activities to ensure that your child has a fun-filled day with us. They […]
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Greater Manchester / Liverpool / Merseyside / Crewe / Nantwich / East Cheshire More Children, More Sport, More Active HALF-TERM, EASTER & SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES FOR 4-11 YEAR OLD BOYS & GIRLS Looking for something for your child to do during the Summer School Holidays that will keep them fit, healthy, active and entertained all at […]
DNA KIDS – The Children’s Favourite Party Entertainers!
North West Hello! We are DNA Kids, the award-winning children’s party specialists! We offer 15 exciting parties that are perfect for 4 – 14 year olds, including disco & games, themed, magic, wacky science, sports and teenage parties… phew! For our full range of parties please go to dnakids.co.uk ACTION-PACKED FUN! Our children’s parties are […]
Flutes & Toots (baby/toddler/pre-school music group)
Whalley Range and Chorlton Themed music classes based around musical styles made fun for babies, toddlers and pre-school children. A variety of musical styles are used to explore instruments linked to their country or culture. Adults and children will have fun singing new and familiar nursery rhymes and songs accompanied by ukulele as well as […]
Tommy Tinker First Class Children’s Entertainer
Northwest Fantastic children’s entertainment featuring magic, music , games, competitions, balloons plus much much more. Also available we have various mascots, sweet cart, face painting, bouncy castles, photo key rings disco, karaoke etc all prizes are free !!!!! Specialty items we have an animated Harry Potter sorting hat and full size radio control R2D2 for […]
Chill Factore – Awesome Real Snow Parties!
Manchester For the coolest party in Manchester, celebrate your child’s birthday in an unforgettable place and on REAL SNOW! Chill Factore offers a unique array of fun-filled and exciting activities from £7 per person which are guaranteed to make your child’s birthday extra special. Prepare for snow filled fun and games with a Snow Park […]
Keith Arnold Swim Schools
Wirral’s best kept secret! When did you ever see an advertisement? A business built around and supported 100% by personal recommendations. The school has always prided itself on its customer service. We offer a differentiated personal development plan for individual swimmers, within any given group. Swimming lessons are available for ages 3 up; from beginner […]
Smarties Nursery – Give Your Child a Flying Start
Chester Smarties cares for children aged from 3 months to 5 years, on a full-time or part-time basis, 51 weeks of the year. We are divided into 3 specialist areas :- babies, 18 months to 3 years and 3 to 4s. The emphasis is on providing exceptional care whilst supporting each child individually. Our approach […]
Mini Millfields – Funded Places For 2 And 3 Year Olds.
Millfields CE Primary School, Willington Avenue, Eastham, CH62 9EB Millfields CE Primary School’s Two Year Old Provision Mini Millfields is a special place full of learning, laughter and friendship and where all children are happy; feel safe and are valued. We provide the best possible educational provision in a stimulating and creative environment. We pride […]
The Actors’ Lab
Wilmslow Acting is an exciting and tempting career choice for many young people, it is also highly competitive. Not only does it require talent, it requires versatility, dedication and plenty of hard work. Whilst we nurture and encourage those who endeavor to succeed in this industry we also encourage those who love performing merely as […]
Minizone, Kidzone and Venturezone – holiday fun for children aged 2-13
Wirral Minizone (for ages 2-5), Kidzone (for ages 6-8) and Venturezone (for ages 9-13) together are the perfect answer for families looking for affordable, action-packed school holidays for children. With brilliant onsite facilities and masses of age-appropriate activities and outings, every day is different. Eight acres of leafy grounds; heated swimming pool; computer suite; gymnasium; […]
The Spinney Day Nursery Holiday Club
Hoole, Chester and Bell Meadow, near Pulford We have a popular Holiday Club which is always jam packed with themed activities, games and trips out. The Club is run by a dedicated childcare professional who understands what makes 4-11 year olds tick, providing fun, challenging and enjoyable activities. Our Holiday Club runs during the school […]
New & Exclusive Superhero Parties!
We’re so excited to announce that Freedome Superhero Parties are now available at Freedome Cheshire Oaks! Our exclusive Freedome Superhero Parties offer the chance to combine getting dressed up in your own exclusive Freedome cape and mask, with the thrill of 90 minutes of JUMPING, FLIPPING and SWINGING across the Warrior Course to celebrate your […]
The Potting Shed, Paint-Your-Own-Pottery and more!
Cheshire, Wirral, Merseyside and NE Wales We are a really friendly Paint-Your-Own-Pottery and craft studio and coffee shop. Great for all ages, from babies to great-grandparents! Always great fun and always something new. It’s a fantastic place for parties – but it’s also the perfect venue for friends to meet, for families to enjoy time […]
Adventure Babies story & sensory adventures
Crewe & Northwich ***AWARD WINNING*** Story & sensory adventures! Help your little one fall in love with books and reading whilst positively stimulating all of their senses on one of our magical reading adventures. We bring brilliant books to life through interactive storytelling, sensory props, messy play, lights and much more. Help develop vital early […]
Diddikicks Manchester East Pre-School Football Coaching
Didsbury, Stockport, Reddish, Bredbury, Droylsden, Stalybridge & Oldham Football coaching for children aged 18 months – 5 years. At diddikicks, our focus is on fun. Through our age defined, specifically designed training sessions, we teach an understanding, and develop a love of football at a very young age. These sessions, run by our charismatic and passionate coaches, both engage and […]
Hello Panda Mandarin School – The First Montessori Chinese school in Liverpool & Wirral
Liverpool Hello Panda Mandarin school. The First Montessori Chinese language school in Liverpool & Wirral. Let the world connect, learn Chinese! Immersive & Fun-filled fantasy with Panda & Chows. Enrol now! Free Trial lesson! Every student will use smart E-learning technology in all classes with their own log in account. Here in the Hello Panda […]
Maya Workshops for Schools
Cheshire, Liverpool, Wirral, Merseyside Primary KS2 teachers and parents! Maya Culture workshops for primary schools Fun interactive sessions Choose one or all 3! • Key facts talk, Millionaire game, colouring & a story • Mayan numbers explanation. Bingo game. Work on white boards. Exercises for all abilities • Make a pendant, history of chocolate Booklet […]
Baking Class For Children From 2 Years Old
Upton, Chester What could be more useful fun than a baking class for little ones with us!!! First in a Chester area cafe which running baking class for children from 2 years old!!! Family friendly cafe with separate play area for kids upstairs!!! Making and Baking session for little ones four times in a week!!! […]
Snakes and Slides Indoor Soft Play Centre & Party Venue
Manchester, Rochdale, Oldham, Bury, Heywood and Bolton Snakes and Slides is the largest and most challenging indoor soft play centre and party venue in Manchester, providing entertainment for children whatever the weather. With regular activities, seasonal and term-time events and exclusive offers, Snakes and Slides Indoor Soft Play Centre has something for everyone. Relax and […]
Karate
First lesson is FREE at Shushinkai North West – with classes for 4 year olds up to adults. For children: Teach children lifetime self-defense skills. Improve children’s self-esteem. Teaches children discipline. Channel children’s aggression. Enhance children’s confidence. For adults: A great way to get in shape. Relieve stress. Give you confidence. Could save your life. Our […]
Jabberjacks Activity Classes for Babies and Toddlers in Manchester
Jabberjacks – as featured on CBeebies! Jabberjacks Classes are available in Worsley, Prestwich, Urmston and Ashton Under Lyne Jabberjacks deliver weekly classes to babies and toddlers across the Manchester area for children as small as 10 months old up to 4 years. Using a unique combination of puppets and sensory props, along with music, storytelling […]
Birthday Parties at Round Ponds Adventure
Cheshire A fun packed party in the outdoors with the choice of two of the following activities; Raft building, Bush craft, Free-Fall simulation, Vertical Challenge or Giant See-Saw. For younger or older children, we do have a few other options too. It is all led by our instructors who are there to give you a […]
The Spinney Adventurers Club
Hoole, Chester, West Cheshire The Spinney Adventurers Club allows children to experience and learn about their surrounding natural environment in a fun, informative and exciting way. It runs every Wednesdays throughout the school holidays for 4-11yr olds and has proved a real hit with the children. Each session has three main aims – Learn, Adventure […]
Stagecoach Theatre Arts School – Chester
Stagecoach Chester has been providing quality part-time training in singing, dancing and acting for over 25 years. As part of the longest running and most successful children’s performing arts schools network in the world Stagecoach Chester is more than just a stage school, theatre school or drama school. We are proud to offer a full […]
Maths Connections
Chester I am a teacher with 30 years experience, who will nurture and inspire your child to love Maths. One to one tuition for children Key Stage 2 to GSCE Maths. Individually tailored to the needs of each child. Focussing on misconceptions in Maths leads to improved understanding of the essential skills required to be […]
Bounceabout World of Castles
100% professional & reliable service, delivering to YOUR area 365 days a year. View our EXTENSIVE selection of brand new FUN castles, slides & activities, indoor/outdoor, Adults & children. Safety mats, raincovers & £5 million public liability insurance are included. Satisfaction guaranteed. 60 Castle Website! NEW! new Rodeo Bull/Bucking Bronco 01978 810730 or 07970621177 bounceabout01@aol.com […]
Wizz Kidz – The Ultimate Play Zone for the Ultimate Kidz’ Party!
Saltney, Chester new! Queensferry, Flintshire Extreme Maze of Adventure play where children can jump tumble, slide & play! Choice of Funtastic Party Packages: New Teddy Bear Picnic Parties – make your own cuddly teddy to take home New Laser Storm Parties in our multi level gameszone. Prizes and certificates for the winners Mega Disco – […]
Pilates by Mii Time – an ideal choice for post-natal exercise
Chester – Hoole, Upton Pilates can be started as soon as the all clear is given by your GP and can help you to regain control over your body by gently working on the core muscles. You just need water, a small towel (for support only…no sweating involved!) and something warm to put on during the […]
Toddler Bouncing Daily At Freedome
Our fun, FreeBees toddler sessions begin between 9am and 11am weekdays during term time and start at 9am at weekends and in school holidays. Our FreeBees toddler sessions cost only £5 for 2 hours and include: 1 hour of toddler trampoline time, where your little ones have the whole park to themselves to explore and […]
Diddikicks Pre-School Football Coaching
Football coaching for children aged 18 months – 5 years. At diddikicks, our focus is on fun. Through our age defined, specifically designed training sessions, we teach an understanding, and develop a love of football at a very young age. These sessions, run by our charismatic and passionate coaches, both engage and entertain, whilst developing […]
Puddle Ducks
Chester, Wirral and North Wales Puddle Ducks offer aqua natal classes, baby & pre school including school-aged swimming lessons across Chester, Wirral and North Wales. All our instructors are highly trained, fully qualified and full of enthusiasm! Classes running across various locations seven days a week across the region. 01829 740825 www.puddleducks.com
Kingsmead School Nursery
Wirral Kingsmead nursery’s little ones play together and learn in family-sized groups, cared for by excellent, mature staff. The home-from-home nursery is set in beautiful, leafy grounds in which the children can play all year round, whenever the weather permits. Children are welcomed from the age of two, on a full time basis or for […]
Silly Milly & Jolly Molly’s Happy Parties for Kids Aged 2 – 9 yrs
North West Comedy, Magic, Balloons, Disco and much more! Silly Milly & Jolly Molly Show will entertain your children with comedy, magic tricks, balloon models, games (with prizes!) and disco parties, for 1 hour, 11/2 hours or 2 hours depending on preference. Excellent entertainment & 100% reliable. Birthdays (Birthday Child guaranteed to feel special!) Schools […]
Sublime Science Party – Dragons Den Winning!
Nationwide Do you want to 100% Guarantee your child’s birthday party will be wonderfully different and absolutely unforgettable, without mess, stress or hassle? The Sublime Science Party is Netmums Award-Winning, Dragon Approved (winning Dragons’ Den) and 100% Slimetastically Guaranteed to be awesome. Over the past 8 years Sublime Science has enthralled more than 500,0000 children […]
Froggle Parties – As seen on CBBC!
£20 off when you quote ‘KIDSGUIDE’ Nationwide Froggle Parties is the no. 1 name in children’s party entertainment – for parties that are high energy and non stop fun!!! Choose from a huge and varied range of parties from our fabulous and funny entertainer/ magicians, or our hugely creative themed parties, funky discos, crazy clowns, […]
New At Theatretrain – Performing Arts Classes for Little Ones
To celebrate over ten years of Theatretrain in Chester we are bringing our TT Tinies and TT Minis classes to Queens Park High School every Saturday morning during term time. TT Tinies is a free introductory half hour class for three year olds TT Minis offers half an hour dancing, half an hour acting and […]
Bubble Football Parties
Cheshire & Manchester Take your child’s party to the next level with an action-packed fun-filled Bubble Football event. A Bubble Football party will ensure the big day is never forgotten and one that all the children will fully enjoy. Bubble Football brings the UK’s no.1 sport to your child’s party and then makes it even […]
Fizz Kids Parties – Dance and Cheerleading Parties
Cheshire, Greater Manchester Choose from a dance party, cheerleading party or for the older children a street cheer party or pop party. Each one tailored to the age of the children (5 – 14 yr olds) and offering a fun mix of easy to follow dance routines and games. Children’s entertainers and qualified dance coaches […]
diddi dance
Central Cheshire Funky pre-school dance for girls and boys! diddi dance classes are designed to help children aged ideally between ideal age from 18 months (but we do have diddi dancers as young as 14 months in classes, so we welcome children younger than 18 months for a free trial) and 4 years, to help […]
Jabberjacks Activity Classes for Babies and Toddlers
Jabberjacks classes are available in Winsford, Mickle, Macclesfield, Bramhall, Wilmslow and Hazel Grove. Jabberjacks is a fun, music and activity class for pre-school children to attend with an adult. The classes use a unique combination of puppets and props, against a backdrop of drama and play to help your child with all areas of development […]
Mainstream Theatre Arts – Drama, Musical Theatre, Dance School
Tameside, Stockport, Glossop Mainstream Theatre Arts offer Drama/Acting, Musical Theatre, & Dance from age 3 years to 19 years – For both leisure and a foundation towards a career in performing arts. We are also a Theatre Production Company, and offer services to schools including teacher supply for enrichment, PPA and after school lessons. 0161 […]
Jabberjacks – Giving Children That Special Party Experience!
Jabberjacks deliver fantastic children’s birthday party entertainment, specifically tailored to the birthday child’s age. Attracting 5 star ratings online, Jabberjacks parties have been around for over 15 years and offer 2 packages: Jabberjacks Playmates parties for children aged between 2-4 years use a unique combination of puppets and brightly coloured sensory props which come out of […]
Stagecoach Nantwich – dance, drama & singing classes for 4-18yr olds
Crewe & Nantwich At Stagecoach Performing Arts in Nantwich we love to bring out the best in every child through the wonderful world of Singing, Dancing and Acting. We teach our students so much more than how to sing, dance and act. We help them blossom into well-rounded individuals, ready to embrace life and all […]
The Creepy Crawly Show – a real hands on reptile show
Cheshire, Liverpool and Manchester Bring your special event or party to life with one of our fun packed “Get me out of here” Creepy Crawly Shows! We are sure to make your party a unique and unforgettable experience for all attending. Get up close to lots of wonderful creatures from snakes, tarantulas, giant hissing cockroaches, […]
diddi dance
Wrexham Funky pre-school dance for girls and boys! diddi dance classes are designed to help children aged ideally between ideal age from 18 months (but we do have diddi dancers as young as 14 months in classes, so we welcome children younger than 18 months for a free trial) and 4 years, to help enhance […]
A-Star Sports
A-Star Sports is a fun-filled multi-sports experience for children aged 2-10 years (in appropriate small groups). We offer inclusive, developmental multi-sports coaching in a positive environment that begins with an initial ABC-based programme and develops into a core of ten sports – basketball, cricket, dodgeball, football, handball, hockey, rounders, rugby, tennis and volleyball – plus […]
Diddikicks – Pre-School Football Coaching (18m – 5yrs)
Merseyside & Wirral Football coaching for children aged 18 months – 5 years. At diddikicks, our focus is on fun. Through our age defined, specifically designed training sessions, we teach an understanding, and develop a love of football at a very young age. These sessions, run by our charismatic and passionate coaches, both engage and […]
Jabberjacks giving that Unique Children’s Party Experience!
Jabberjacks – as featured on CBeebies! Jabberjacks unique parties will capture your child’s imagination and ensure that they and their friends have the best party experience ever. Jabberjacks have been providing children’s party entertainment for over 15 years and they always make sure that everyone has fun and with all their activities there is never […]
THEATRETRAIN in Chester, Wrexham and Mold
Join one of Theatretrain’s local schools of performing arts and enjoy classes in singing, dancing and acting. Thursdays Mold – The Daniel Owen Centre – 6.00-8.00pm Theatretrain Regional Choir – for children from across the region Chester – The Forum Studio Theatre – 5.00-7.00pm Theatretrain Drama Plus for Pupils who want to focus on their […]
Cheadle Osteopathy – Specialist Paediatric, Cranial Osteopath
North Cheshire, Manchester, Stockport For babies Babies’ skeletons are much softer than adults so we use Cranial Osteopathy to treat them. The belief is that by using very gentle pressures on the head and body may help to soothe your baby, helping them to feel more relaxed and contented. Cranial osteopathy for babies and […]
New At Theatretrain – Performing Arts Classes for Little Ones in Wrexham & Mold
New! Theatretrain is bringing our TT Tinies and TT Minis classes to Ysgol Maes Garmon in Mold and Ysgol Morgan Llwyd Wrexham on Saturday mornings. TT Tinies is a free introductory half hour class for three year olds TT Minis offers half an hour dancing, half an hour acting and half an hour singing for […]
Caterpillar Music
Allerton, Woolton, West Derby & Blundellsands Fantastic music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-school children. Our popular sessions include amazing puppets, colourful, age appropriate musical instruments and a variety of other props such as parachutes, bean bags chiffon scarves and bubbles to name but a few. Each session is based around a theme and children […]
Little Kickers Football Classes from 18 months to 7 years
Accept no substitute – 25,000 children worldwide a week can’t be wrong! As the UK’s most popular football class for pre-schoolers, the Little Kickers focus is very much on fun. We provide informal yet professionally run training classes where enthusiastic boys & girls (18mths – 7 years) are given a helping hand to stand on […]
Go Potty! Pottery Parties!
Manchester, Cheshire, Merseyside A pottery party experience that comes to you! I’ll bring all the equipment and materials to your home or party venue. Everyone taking part will be assisted to make a pot on the wheel. I use air drying clay so there’s no need for a kiln and your party guests will all […]
Little Tinkers Party Planners
Little Tinkers Party Planners offer bespoke & tailored entertainment from the full works including, catering, décor, entertainment, goody bags, beautiful hand-made cakes and total event coordination. We also offer a wide range of entertainment from clowns, mini discos, bubble machines, reptile parties, limousines, circus workshops, High School Musical parties, & much more………….. cooking parties, a […]
Skills for Life, Not Just the Stage! Stagecoach Theatre Arts School – Chester
**NEW SCHOOLS OPENING** Stagecoach Theatre Arts School has been running for over 20 years and is the most popular and well established part time theatre arts school in Chester! Besides our main school we also do lots of other exciting things… …We provide the children’s cast for professional productions in the North-West such as ‘Joseph […]
The Soccer Dome Soccer Schools
Here at The Soccer Dome we pride ourselves on the standard of our football coaching sessions. With fantastic equipment, coaches that are minimum FA Level 1 qualified and have over 45 years collective experience and the best indoor facilities on The Wirral, The Soccer Dome is the place to bring your child this autumn term. […]
Kids Climbing Fun at The Boardroom Climbing
The Boardroom, Queensferry The Boardroom Climbing Ltd opened in October 2013 and is already recognised as a centre of excellence by the Welsh Government. With it’s amazing designs, dedicated kids wall, big open space and great staff, it’s a fab place for kids and adults alike. Not to mention the best coffees in the area! […]
